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Year 5 Digestive System Worksheet

This Year 5 Science Worksheet focuses on the digestive system, its organs, and the concept of a balanced diet. It includes multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blank exercises, true or false statements, short answer questions, and a labeling activity for the digestive system. Additionally, it presents an investigative question regarding unhealthy eating habits and suggests a healthier meal plan.

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Year 5 Digestive System Worksheet

This Year 5 Science Worksheet focuses on the digestive system, its organs, and the concept of a balanced diet. It includes multiple choice questions, fill-in-the-blank exercises, true or false statements, short answer questions, and a labeling activity for the digestive system. Additionally, it presents an investigative question regarding unhealthy eating habits and suggests a healthier meal plan.

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Year 5 Science Worksheet

Topic: Digestive System, Functions of Organs & Balanced Diet

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each)


1. Which organ is responsible for absorbing nutrients from digested food?
a) Stomach b) Small intestine c) Large intestine d) Liver

2. Which of these starts the digestion of starch in the mouth?


a) Water b) Saliva c) Stomach acid d) Bile

3. Which part of the digestive system removes water from undigested food?
a) Stomach b) Small intestine c) Large intestine d) Pancreas

4. Which nutrient is needed for building muscles?


a) Carbohydrates b) Fats c) Proteins d) Vitamins

5. Which organ produces bile?


a) Gall bladder b) Liver c) Pancreas d) Kidney

Section B: Fill in the blanks (1 mark each)


6. The __________ is a muscular tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.

7. The __________ churns and mixes food with digestive juices.

8. Vitamins and minerals are called __________ nutrients because they are
needed in small amounts.

9. The __________ stores bile before it is released into the small intestine.

10. A diet containing the right amounts of all nutrients is called a __________
diet.

Section C: True or False (1 mark each)


11. The pancreas produces acid to break down food. (______)

12. The large intestine is where most digestion happens. (______)

13. Carbohydrates provide energy. (______)

14. Fats should be completely avoided in a balanced diet. (______)

15. The tongue pushes food into the esophagus. (______)


Section D: Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)
16. Why is chewing food properly important for digestion?

17. What are two functions of the small intestine?

18. Name any two components of a balanced diet and their functions.

19. Why is fibre important in our diet?

20. How does the stomach help in digestion?

Section E: Label the Digestive System (5 marks)


Label the following organs on the digestive system diagram:
- Mouth
- Esophagus
- Stomach
- Small Intestine
- Large Intestine

(*Provide a simple digestive system outline diagram with labels removed*)

Section F: Investigative Question (5 marks)


Ravi eats only burgers, fries, and sugary drinks every day.
- What problems might Ravi face if he continues this diet?
- Suggest a healthier meal plan for one day.
- Explain why your suggested meal is balanced.

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